If this whimsical al fresco dinner party were a word, it would be champagne. Bubbly and chic, the mauve tablescape combines the romanticism of a French garden party with the lavishness of an Art Deco fete. And how neat is it that this is a real birthday celebration in honor of the stylist’s mother? We’re reeling over every detail, from the handpainted sweets to the calligraphed leather menus, and we’re so glad that Tiffany Amber Photography was there to capture it all!

From the stylist, Deets & Things: Since most of her grandchildren have late summer birthdays, by the time my mother’s birthday came around each fall, she always urged us not to make a big fuss. This year, however, with my brother and his family in town from the East Coast, we were determined to give her a worthy celebration.

I chose soft blush and mauve tones for the color palette of this intimate dinner party. Cherished Rentals velvety Terrain dinner collection paired with their vintage floral china gave the table a feminine and dainty feel. Each setting had a leather menu and a tile place card that I painted and gold leafed.

There was no shortage of desserts for our 14 guests. SweetleeMade and her team did an exquisite job executing the vision from their gorgeous floral cakes to the prettiest array of donuts.

As we sat back and enjoyed the candlelight evening, Dear Heart Sign’s beautiful wooden words “these were the best years…” hung in the glimmering background and rang blissfully in our chatter.